Contract Specialist -Healthcare

TieTalent; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare company based in Maidenhead seeks a Contracts Specialist to manage relationships and contract compliance with the NHS and third parties. The ideal candidate has strong commercial acumen and at least 24 months of contract work experience. The position offers competitive salaries along with flexible benefits in a diverse environment.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Defined contribution pension scheme

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 24 months experience in contract work.
• Knowledge of tendering and mini-competitions is desirable.
• Broad understanding of the diagnostic industry and/or NHS is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Communicate contract terms with NHS and third-party companies.
• Ensure compliance with Abbott's contract policies.
• Administer UK contracts.
• Coordinate key contract implementations.
• Oversee third-party supplier awards.
• Maintain relationships with strategic partners.
• Provide contract support to Region Specialists.
• Manage major accounts.
• Ensure quality and policy adherence.

Skills

Strong commercial acumen

Excellent interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Advanced Excel skills

High attention to detail

Education

24 months experience in contract work

Tools

PC proficiency

Job description

About

Abbott is a global healthcare leader dedicated to creating breakthrough science to improve people's health. We focus on future advancements in medical science and technology.

The Opportunity

This position is based in our Maidenhead location within the Core Lab division. As a Contracts Specialist, you will be the key point of contact for the UK/Ireland Contracts Administration Supervisor and manage relationships with various stakeholders. Your responsibilities include communicating contract terms with the NHS and third-party companies, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.

What You’ll Do

1. Communicate contract terms with NHS and third-party companies
2. Ensure compliance with Abbott's contract policies
3. Administer UK contracts
4. Coordinate key contract implementations
5. Oversee third-party supplier awards
6. Maintain relationships with strategic partners
7. Provide contract support to Region Specialists
8. Manage major accounts
9. Ensure quality and policy adherence

Education Requirements

• Minimum of 24 months experience in contract work
• Knowledge of tendering and mini-competitions is desirable
• Broad understanding of the diagnostic industry and/or NHS is desirable

Preferred Skills

• Strong commercial acumen and pragmatism
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships
• Highly proficient in PC use
• Skilled in data analysis and working with large data sets
• Advanced Excel skills
• High attention to detail

What We Offer

We offer competitive salaries, a defined contribution pension scheme, private healthcare, life assurance, and flexible benefits. Join Abbott to pursue diverse opportunities and build your future within a global healthcare company committed to diversity and inclusion.

Nice-to-have Skills

• Data Analysis

Location

Maidenhead, England, United Kingdom

Work Experience

Legal

Languages

English